This editorial describes the scope and goals of the new Journal of Second Language Pronunciation.

What is it about?

Second Language Pronunciation as a field will grow only when a professional infrastructure is in place, including professional books, dedicated conferences, and a visible professional journal. This paper describes the development of the field and ideas for the professional infrastructure that will assist its future growth.

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Why is it important?

New fields, such as Second Language Pronunciation, can grow when certain things are in place that allow researchers to claim the field as a professional interest. Drawing a parallel with the field of Second Language Writing, this paper explores the history of and the potential future for the field.

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